While teaching a 76-year-old patient about the adverse effects of his medications, the nurse encourages him to keep a journal of the adverse effects he experiences. This intervention is important for the elderly patient because of which alterations in pharmacokinetics? a )Increased renal excretion of protein-bound drugs b )More alkaline gastric pH, resulting in more adverse effects c )Decreased blood flow to the liver, resulting in altered metabolism d )Less adipose tissue to store fat-soluble drugs

While teaching a 76-year-old patient about the adverse effects of his medications, the nurse encourages him to keep a journal of the adverse effects he experiences. This intervention is important for the elderly patient because of which alterations in pharmacokinetics? a )Increased renal excretion of protein-bound drugs b )More alkaline gastric pH, resulting in more adverse effects c )Decreased blood flow to the liver, resulting in altered metabolism d )Less adipose tissue to store fat-soluble drugs

Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions

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Chapter1: Consumer Safety And Drug Regulations

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